Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Why It's a Great Opportunity This progressive care position offers nurses the chance to develop specialized skills in a unique patient population, including burn care and complex surgical recovery. Highlights Specialized PCU environment focusing on burns, plastic/reconstructive surgery, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial surgical patients.

Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week. Every other or third weekend required. Floating to other units within the health system as needed.

Highlights

• Specialized PCU environment focusing on burns, plastic/reconstructive surgery, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial surgical patients
• Diverse case mix including specialized procedures such as burn dressings, flap checks, and leech therapy
• Adult and geriatric patient population with opportunities for skill development in complex care
• First-time travelers accepted with at least one year of relevant experience
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
• Contract duration approximately 13 weeks with one pre-approved time off period available

Requirements

• Active RN license (Compact license or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of PCU, stepdown, intermediate care, or telemetry experience
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required
• Annual flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• Nursing degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Strong clinical skills including telemetry monitoring, IV management, central line care, blood product administration, and wound care
• Experience with arterial line management, feeding tube care, heparin and insulin protocols, and dysrhythmia interpretation preferred
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor)
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly upon contract acceptance

Why It's a Great Opportunity

This progressive care position offers nurses the chance to develop specialized skills in a unique patient population, including burn care and complex surgical recovery. You'll work alongside a supportive interdisciplinary team in a well-resourced environment that values quality patient outcomes. This assignment is ideal for nurses seeking to expand their clinical expertise while working night shifts in a dynamic healthcare setting.